Alexis Thomspon - Matron of Honor
Alexis and Jolee met in their college sorority, became roommates and have been inseparable since. They were roommates for two years and faced the world together. Their friendship is one full of love, laughter and reality tv marathons. They have enjoyed planning their weddings together and sending pictures of their puppies back and forth.
Samuel Warner - Best Man
Samuel and Shannon met during the first week of college, both becoming the first new friend they'd make. They both had the same majors, played esports, and were endearingly reffered to as 'twins' by their late esports director, Luke Trotz. They still talk every day about everything from work, to sports and music.
Caley Galarneau - Maid of Honor
Caley and Jolee have been best friends for twenty years. They grew up treating eachother as sisters and dreamed of a conjoined wedding in their early years. Now, they each will get married less than a month apart, with eachother by their sides.
Patrick Link - Groomsman
Patrick and Shannon met through Samuel during Shannon's sophomore year in college. From there, the three continued to spend time together watching football, playing games and sports In perhaps his greatest contribution to the wedding, Patrick helped Shannon find the perfect engagement ring for Jolee.
Hailey Sintobin - Bridesmaid
Hailey and Jolee met in their college sorority as Big and Little. They had an instant connection which remains today. When Hailey entered Jolee's life, Jolee blossomed into her personality to become the outgoing woman she is. Hailey and Jolee have shared many starbucks trips, bad decisons and dorm room beds.
James Gresko - Groomsman
James and Shannon met in Shannon's freshman year of college. James worked as the atheletic trainer for the esports program and helped train Shannon. From there, they continued to bond over their interests in athletics and video games. Recently, the two ran in the Pittsburgh 5k together and plan on running more races in the future.
Rachael Lilly - Bridesmaid
Rachael and Jolee met in their college sorority. Jolee needed a dorm to hang out in and Rachael wasted no time making Jolee a close friend. They have a unique friendship full of wine, inside jokes and crazy stories.
Christopher Garn - Groomsman
Christopher and Shannon met in Shannon's sophomore year in college. The two played on the same team and have been friends ever since. Christopher is someone who Shannon can come to with any topic and have a genuine discussion about it.
Danielle Smith - Mother of the Bride
Like all mothers and daughters Jolee and Danielle have a close relationship. They love quoting epsiodes of Friends, no matter the situation. Jolee gets her independent attitude and caring nature from her mom.
Tabitha Schmitt - Mother of the Groom
Tabitha and Shannon have always had an unbreakable bond. From binging series, to learning new recipes and almost burning the house down, Tabitha has been there to support and encourage Shannon in everything he does. Shannon gets his work ethic, attention to detail, passion for travel from his mom.
Ralph Smith - Father of the Bride
Jolee has always been a 'Daddy's Girl'. Ralph and Jolee share a special relationship full of advice, jokes and memoriess made. Ralph taught Jolee how to keep a cool head and make the most out of any situation, he instilled in Jolee the importance of family and loved ones.
Shannon Schmitt Sr. - Father of the Groom
If having the same name doesn't already make it obvious, Shannon Sr. and Shannon Jr. have been closely tied together since the beginning. From coaching Shannon's elementary school basketball team to teaching him how to drive, Shannon Sr. has always been there to support Shannon. The two often bond (and annoy others) with their love of sports and movies, spewing random sports facts or movie quotes. Shannon gets his enthusiasm, love of conversation, and confidence from his dad.
Braelyn Johnson - Ring Bearer
Shannon being an only child, his cousins were like siblings to him. Shannon watched Braelyn grow up and they shared their love of video games and basketball. Braelyn loves to spend time with Jolee and Shannon and never misses an opportunity to help.
Bryson Musselman - Usher
Growing up, Bryson and Jolee tormented eachother like typical brother-sister duos until they became friends bonded against the world. They quote Ace Ventura movies way too frequently and share their love of animals.
Kamdyn Johnson - Ring Bearer
When Kamdyn was born, Shannon suddenly had a cousin that felt like a younger brother. Shannon remembers holding Kamdyn as a baby while he lifted his head for the first time. Having Kamdyn in the wedding is a full circle moment for the cousins who spend time discussing sports and video games.
Robert Smith - Usher
Growing up Robbie and Jolee annoyed eachother like most siblings do. They bonded over tv shows, such as WWE and Big Brother, and board games. Jolee gets her love of games from her older brother. As they got older they connected over college experiences and navigating the adult world.